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Saturday, July 25, 2009
Friday, July 24, 2009
Another Day in Asturias
Well, it´s just another day in Asturias. It seems like the more and more I am here the more and more I just want to get out of here. It´s like I feel aggravated all the time and just plan bitchy, just ready to snap at any little thing. I don´t know if it´s this place or the fact that we are living with my in-laws and have no privacy of our own or if it´s just a little bit of the both. I feel like I just can´t wait to get out of here.
Instead of bringing myself down and thinking about the negative things I rather think of all the good things that await me there in Cancun. They might be insignificant things to many of you but when you haven´t had them for a long time there like a rare ruby. So here´s my list of my rare rubies:
1. The Caribbean Sea (duh)
2. White sandy beaches that never seem to burn, even on a hot summer´s day.
3. Mexican lemonade or limonada as they call it in Mexico, there is just no other place that makes lemonade like the Mexicans do.
4. Carne ranchera, oh it makes my mouth water just to type it. Super Carnes will definitely be on my to go list for the first week I am there.
5. 24hr shopping centers like WalMart. Yes, it may sound stupid but here in Spain the ¨afternoon siesta¨ and ¨no one works on Sunday¨ is something they live by here.
6. Year round warm temperature, even though I do love to get all dressed up in winter clothing.
7. Being able to walk on the street without people starring and wondering where the hell I am from.
8. All the great varieties of fruits and vegetables.
9. Not having to pay triple or quadruple the amount of money for tropical fruit and international food and ingredients.
10. Of course all the great attractions like Xel-Ha, Xcaret, Tulum, Actun Chen, the cenotes and all the other marvelous wonders the area has to offer.
11. My favorite day time snack, jalapeño chips and lime popsicles. There is only one brand of jalapeño chips and lime popsicles I like and I will ensure you that my freezer and dispenser will be stocked with them.
Okay I am going to have to stop myself. I am feeling a lot better but at the same time I´m getting myself a bit more down. There´s just so many things I miss. We were so anxious and excited to move to Spain that we didn´t think twice about what we were leaving behind, you know that whole ¨the grass is greener on the other side¨ thing. Well now we know it just ain´t so green here and we can´t wait to get back.
Instead of bringing myself down and thinking about the negative things I rather think of all the good things that await me there in Cancun. They might be insignificant things to many of you but when you haven´t had them for a long time there like a rare ruby. So here´s my list of my rare rubies:
1. The Caribbean Sea (duh)
2. White sandy beaches that never seem to burn, even on a hot summer´s day.
3. Mexican lemonade or limonada as they call it in Mexico, there is just no other place that makes lemonade like the Mexicans do.
4. Carne ranchera, oh it makes my mouth water just to type it. Super Carnes will definitely be on my to go list for the first week I am there.
5. 24hr shopping centers like WalMart. Yes, it may sound stupid but here in Spain the ¨afternoon siesta¨ and ¨no one works on Sunday¨ is something they live by here.
6. Year round warm temperature, even though I do love to get all dressed up in winter clothing.
7. Being able to walk on the street without people starring and wondering where the hell I am from.
8. All the great varieties of fruits and vegetables.
9. Not having to pay triple or quadruple the amount of money for tropical fruit and international food and ingredients.
10. Of course all the great attractions like Xel-Ha, Xcaret, Tulum, Actun Chen, the cenotes and all the other marvelous wonders the area has to offer.
11. My favorite day time snack, jalapeño chips and lime popsicles. There is only one brand of jalapeño chips and lime popsicles I like and I will ensure you that my freezer and dispenser will be stocked with them.
Okay I am going to have to stop myself. I am feeling a lot better but at the same time I´m getting myself a bit more down. There´s just so many things I miss. We were so anxious and excited to move to Spain that we didn´t think twice about what we were leaving behind, you know that whole ¨the grass is greener on the other side¨ thing. Well now we know it just ain´t so green here and we can´t wait to get back.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Step One
So, it is now official. Plans for us to head back to Cancun is now in full working force. My hubby will be making the venture first and hopefully if all goes as planned my daughter and I will be joining him shortly after.
This may sound like an exciting experience - going back to live in Cancun with it´s beautiful beaches, great weather, crystal clear waters etc., etc., but it´s not. When we use to live in Mexico moving back and forth between Cancun and Acapulco things were easier and diffrent. Okay, not quite that diffrent there is just one thing that has changed, my daughter is now almost six and is in school. All you parents know what I´m talking about now, there is just no picking up and leaving. Now I have to do some searching for new schools, apartments that are not a great distance away, admissions and what papers will be needed, etc. Yes, doesn´t sound like fun and games anymore. I will be going onto my trusty CancunCare Forums to get some advice from the great local residents of Cancun.
So, let´s see what we have done already....
- Booked hubby´s ticket to Cancun (check)
HOLY MOLY!!! I think that´s the only thing we got done. Now let´s look at the things that need to be done...
- Go to Madrid and renew my daughter´s passport.
- Check out schools online and get advice from other Cancun parents.
- See what legal paper´s I will be needing in order to register my daughter into a school.
- Contact our friend in Cancun who also owns a Real Estate Agency to start finding us some apartment options.
- Find my Mexican Drivier´s License and hope that we will be able to renew it when we arrive in Cancun.
I know there is so much more to be done but I just can´t think of anymore or maybe it´s because I just don´t want to. Okay, breath and just think Carribean Sea, white sandy beaches, the great variety of veggies and fruit, and all the other things I miss there.
This may sound like an exciting experience - going back to live in Cancun with it´s beautiful beaches, great weather, crystal clear waters etc., etc., but it´s not. When we use to live in Mexico moving back and forth between Cancun and Acapulco things were easier and diffrent. Okay, not quite that diffrent there is just one thing that has changed, my daughter is now almost six and is in school. All you parents know what I´m talking about now, there is just no picking up and leaving. Now I have to do some searching for new schools, apartments that are not a great distance away, admissions and what papers will be needed, etc. Yes, doesn´t sound like fun and games anymore. I will be going onto my trusty CancunCare Forums to get some advice from the great local residents of Cancun.
So, let´s see what we have done already....
- Booked hubby´s ticket to Cancun (check)
HOLY MOLY!!! I think that´s the only thing we got done. Now let´s look at the things that need to be done...
- Go to Madrid and renew my daughter´s passport.
- Check out schools online and get advice from other Cancun parents.
- See what legal paper´s I will be needing in order to register my daughter into a school.
- Contact our friend in Cancun who also owns a Real Estate Agency to start finding us some apartment options.
- Find my Mexican Drivier´s License and hope that we will be able to renew it when we arrive in Cancun.
I know there is so much more to be done but I just can´t think of anymore or maybe it´s because I just don´t want to. Okay, breath and just think Carribean Sea, white sandy beaches, the great variety of veggies and fruit, and all the other things I miss there.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Isla Mujeres
One of my favorite getaways when living in Cancun.
Isla Mujeres was one of the first places we visited while living in Cancun. Access to the island is available by ferry, there are three different ferries choose from.
Isla Mujeres has such a different feel to it from Cancun. For me I felt as if I was taken far away from the enormous hotels and busy streets filled with cars to a far away Caribbean Island.
Being an island beaches are plenty and some of the best in all the Cancun & Riviera Maya area. Waters are calm and crystal clear, great for all ages. Many of the beaches offer hammock, sun bed & sun chair rentals for great beach front relaxation. Some beaches also offer beach side beverage & food service which makes a relaxing day a bit more relaxing.
Exploring the island is a must and the best way to do it is by golf cart. There are a few golf cart rental shops to choose from, but no matter which one you choose from don´t forget to ask for a map of the island this way you won´t miss a thing.
Isla Mujeres maybe an island but it is full of attractions and activities. Some of the more popular activities are snorkeling at the Cross of the Bay and scuba diving at Machones Reef or the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks. Other activities and attractions include swimming with the dolphins at Dolphin Discovery, visiting the Turtle Farm, fishing trips, and shopping in downtown Isla Mujeres.
Isla Mujeres is also home to Garrofon Reef Park. Garrofon Reef Park is many adventures and activities located in one great location. From recreational activities like snorkeling and kayaking to activities like a zip line, climbing tower, strolling along the seaside trail and enjoying the views from their panoramic view tower. Rest and relaxation can also be done poolside or lying in one of their hammocks in the hammock garden. Don´t forget to check out the sculpture park and the Mayan Temple.
Isla Mujeres is more than just an island off the coast of Cancun, it´s a destination in itself full of attractions, activities and beauty.
Isla Mujeres was one of the first places we visited while living in Cancun. Access to the island is available by ferry, there are three different ferries choose from.
Isla Mujeres has such a different feel to it from Cancun. For me I felt as if I was taken far away from the enormous hotels and busy streets filled with cars to a far away Caribbean Island.
Being an island beaches are plenty and some of the best in all the Cancun & Riviera Maya area. Waters are calm and crystal clear, great for all ages. Many of the beaches offer hammock, sun bed & sun chair rentals for great beach front relaxation. Some beaches also offer beach side beverage & food service which makes a relaxing day a bit more relaxing.
Exploring the island is a must and the best way to do it is by golf cart. There are a few golf cart rental shops to choose from, but no matter which one you choose from don´t forget to ask for a map of the island this way you won´t miss a thing.
Isla Mujeres maybe an island but it is full of attractions and activities. Some of the more popular activities are snorkeling at the Cross of the Bay and scuba diving at Machones Reef or the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks. Other activities and attractions include swimming with the dolphins at Dolphin Discovery, visiting the Turtle Farm, fishing trips, and shopping in downtown Isla Mujeres.
Isla Mujeres is also home to Garrofon Reef Park. Garrofon Reef Park is many adventures and activities located in one great location. From recreational activities like snorkeling and kayaking to activities like a zip line, climbing tower, strolling along the seaside trail and enjoying the views from their panoramic view tower. Rest and relaxation can also be done poolside or lying in one of their hammocks in the hammock garden. Don´t forget to check out the sculpture park and the Mayan Temple.
Isla Mujeres is more than just an island off the coast of Cancun, it´s a destination in itself full of attractions, activities and beauty.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Cancun & The Riviera Maya
Just writting a little something about Cancun & The Riviera Maya.
When you think of Cancun & The Riviera Maya you think of it´s pristine waters with various shades of turquoise & blue splashing against the white sandy beaches that are always welcoming to the bare feet and magically never seem to burn, even on a warm summer´s day. Even though the beaches are so tempting and they are one of the main attractions there is still so much more that these beautiful destinations have to offer.
For the ones of us that enjoy spending a buck or two, there are so many shopping options to choose from. Cancun & The Riviera Maya offers everything from luxury brand names that you can find in places like Kukulcan Plaza & La Isla Shopping Center, to bargain markets & souvenir shops.
Nature lovers will be in paradise at places like Xcaret & Xel-ha. Here you can snorkel, swim or tube through the many rivers and beautiful crystal clear lagoons. Here the fish and nature are plenty as well as many places to relax on a hammock as you take in the sun. There are many underground rivers or cenotes as they are know here located throughout the area and plenty of jungle tours as well for the adventurous. While the adventurer takes a tour of the jungle the historians in us will be able enjoy the ancient Mayan ruins located in such places as Tulum or Chichen Itza. Smaller ruins are located throughout Cancun & The Riviera Maya area so make sure to keep your eyes on the look out.
Being surrounded by water, these destinations are full of attractions in and around the sea. Swimming with the dolphins, fishing charter boats, snorkeling & scuba tours. How about being in the driver´s seat of a mini speed boat while taking a tour of the lagoon and Caribbean Sea? If that sounds like your kind of adventure then Jungle Tours is the place for you. There are many companies that also offer day cruises out in the sea as well as dinner and entertainment aboard a pirate´s ship.
Other activities include day trips to the nearby Isla Mujeres where you can explore the island by golf cart, a great round or two of golf at one of the many courses and of courses no matter how much you entertain yourself with all these attractions you can´t forget about the amazing beaches. I could go on and on about all the amazing attractions these beautiful destinations have to offer but I think you get the point. Cancun & The Riviera Maya are magical places great for all types of vacations.
When you think of Cancun & The Riviera Maya you think of it´s pristine waters with various shades of turquoise & blue splashing against the white sandy beaches that are always welcoming to the bare feet and magically never seem to burn, even on a warm summer´s day. Even though the beaches are so tempting and they are one of the main attractions there is still so much more that these beautiful destinations have to offer.
For the ones of us that enjoy spending a buck or two, there are so many shopping options to choose from. Cancun & The Riviera Maya offers everything from luxury brand names that you can find in places like Kukulcan Plaza & La Isla Shopping Center, to bargain markets & souvenir shops.
Nature lovers will be in paradise at places like Xcaret & Xel-ha. Here you can snorkel, swim or tube through the many rivers and beautiful crystal clear lagoons. Here the fish and nature are plenty as well as many places to relax on a hammock as you take in the sun. There are many underground rivers or cenotes as they are know here located throughout the area and plenty of jungle tours as well for the adventurous. While the adventurer takes a tour of the jungle the historians in us will be able enjoy the ancient Mayan ruins located in such places as Tulum or Chichen Itza. Smaller ruins are located throughout Cancun & The Riviera Maya area so make sure to keep your eyes on the look out.
Being surrounded by water, these destinations are full of attractions in and around the sea. Swimming with the dolphins, fishing charter boats, snorkeling & scuba tours. How about being in the driver´s seat of a mini speed boat while taking a tour of the lagoon and Caribbean Sea? If that sounds like your kind of adventure then Jungle Tours is the place for you. There are many companies that also offer day cruises out in the sea as well as dinner and entertainment aboard a pirate´s ship.
Other activities include day trips to the nearby Isla Mujeres where you can explore the island by golf cart, a great round or two of golf at one of the many courses and of courses no matter how much you entertain yourself with all these attractions you can´t forget about the amazing beaches. I could go on and on about all the amazing attractions these beautiful destinations have to offer but I think you get the point. Cancun & The Riviera Maya are magical places great for all types of vacations.
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